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Australia hosts New Zealand in 2026 Bledisloe Cup clash

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 4:00 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Australia hosts New Zealand in 2026 Bledisloe Cup clash

Summary

Australia faces New Zealand in the second match of the 2026 Bledisloe Cup at Accor Stadium in Sydney. Kick-off is scheduled for 4pm local time (6pm NZDT). While the trophy's destination is likely decided, the Wallabies aim to recover from their previous loss and finish strong on home soil. The match serves as an opportunity for Australia to showcase resilience after suffering their first defeat in six matches.

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By the Numbers

•Kick-off scheduled for 4pm local/6pm NZDT
•Australia seeks redemption after recent defeat
•Final match of the 2026 Bledisloe Cup
•The trophy destination likely decided for the year
•Wallabies aiming to demonstrate resilience at home

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What they're saying

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Updates as the Wallabies seek redemption against the All Blacks Kick-off time in Sydney is 4pm local/6pm NZDT Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email Hello everybody and welcome to live coverage of Australia v New Zealand in the second and final match of the 2026 Bledisloe Cup. Kick-off at Sydney’s Accor Stadium is scheduled for 4pm local time (6pm NZDT). The destination of the humungous silver trophy may already be decided for another year but there remains plenty to play for as the Wallabies sign off on home soil for 2026. Not least demonstrating the capacity to bounce back after a first defeat in six matches. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jonathan Howcroft

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